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Iran says country can't take part in FIFA World Cup 2026 because of U.S. attacks

Last week, U.S. President Donald Trump said I really don't care if Iran takes part in the 48-nation tournament

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 3:55 am

Nepal's RSP gets highest number of votes under proportional representation category

The RSP made history by winning 125 out of 165 seats under direct voting held on March 5. The NC won 18, UML 9, NCP 7, SS 3, RPP 1, Independent 1

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 10:48 pm

Kremlin says Britain was involved in Ukraines missile strike on Russia

There was no immediate comment from London, though Russia has repeatedly said that Ukraine needs Western expertise and Western-supplied targeting data and satellite imagery to fire advanced missiles deep into Russia

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 10:11 pm

Poland to seek help from two other countries in Epstein investigation

In February, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced that Poland would launch an investigation into possible links between Epstein and Russian intelligence, as well as any offences affecting Polish citizens

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 10:07 pm

Targeting mistake led to U.S. missile strike on Iranian school: report

Tthe investigation into the February 28 strike was ongoing but preliminary findings were that the United States was responsible

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 10:00 pm

Digital disruption creates opportunity to develop new skills: Minister

Manpower Minister Yassierli noted that digital disruption, including artificial intelligence (AI), presents an ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 9:29 pm

Released U.K. files reveal concerns on Mandelson's appointment as U.S. Ambassador

The more than 100 pages of documents suggested concerns were raised about the reputational risks in appointing Mr. Mandelson

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 9:15 pm

Indonesia's Whoosh fast train extension pending debt resolution

Indonesia's plan to extend the JakartaBandung fast train servicepopularly known as Whooshto ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 8:14 pm

Prabowo urges stronger asset management as Danantara turns one

President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the need for Danantara, Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund, to strengthen its ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 6:59 pm

Three scenarios for organizing Hajj amid escalating war

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has outlined three scenarios for the organization of the 1447 Hijri/2026 Hajj pilgrimage ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 6:43 pm

Govt urges stronger collaboration to accelerate housing development

Minister of Housing and Settlements Maruarar Sirait has called for stronger collaboration between the government, ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 6:20 pm

Germany, Japan to unblock oil reserves as G-7 stands ready to act

France, the current chair of the Group of Seven countries, said nations were coordinating their steps as G-7 energy ministers said they stood ready to take all necessary measures.

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 6:09 pm

A supermajority for RSP leaves Nepals Parliament with weakest Opposition

Analysts say the partys drive to deliver on promises of change that brought it to power could strain democratic norms, with few voices in the House to keep it in check

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 6:06 pm

Indonesia's Luhut notes adequate fuel, LPG amid Middle East tensions

Chairman of the National Economic Council (DEN), Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, assured the public that the government had ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 5:08 pm

Indonesia's BPOM pulls 56,027 food products over public health risks

The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) has withdrawn 56,027 processed food products from markets across various ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 3:48 pm

Health Minister calls for accelerated leprosy screening, surveillance

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin highlighted the need for accelerating leprosy screening and surveillance to ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 3:46 pm

Former Vice Foreign Minister of Thailand: South China Sea Should Be a Sea of Peace

In this interview withSorajak Kasemsuvan, Council Member, Asian Peace and Reconciliation Council; Former ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 3:33 pm

Saudi ensures safe Umrah pilgrimage amid regional tensions: RI govt

Indonesian Hajj and Umrah Minister Mochamad Irfan Yusuf said the Saudi Arabian government has assured the safety of ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 3:28 pm

Klook's Spring Readiness Index shows how Asia's travelers are preparing for spring travel across Japan

Klook, a leading pan-regional experiences platform in Asia Pacific, unveils its Spring Readiness Index. This ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 3:11 pm

Huawei Cloud Core Network to Release New ICNMaster Single-Domain Autonomous Network Solution

AtMWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei Cloud Core Network Product Line will unveil the upgraded ICNMaster solution, ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 3:02 pm

Indonesia needs 200 new researchers for nuclear energy push: BRIN

The National Research and Innovation Agency projected that Indonesia needs approximately 200 new nuclear researchers to ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 2:56 pm

Indonesia eyes 53 percent national waste management rate in 2026

The Indonesian government is targeting a significant increase in national waste management, aiming to reach at least 53 ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 2:40 pm

India's IndiGo airline CEO resigns months after mass cancellation crisis

The airline has said Peiter Elbers stepped down for personal reasons, without sharing further details.

BBC 11 Mar 2026 2:10 pm

Indonesia rescues 34 stranded pilot whales in East Nusa Tenggara

The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, through its marine conservation area agency in Kupang, rescued 34 ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 1:34 pm

India's top court allows removal of life support of man in vegetative state

Harish Rana has been in a vegetative state since 2013, when he fell from a balcony and suffered head injuries.

BBC 11 Mar 2026 1:27 pm

The rebellion of Tucker Carlson

The conservative American commentator, who used to be strong supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump, is stirring Christian conservatives against Israel and the war on Iran

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 1:02 pm

BGN suspends 1,512 free meal kitchens in Java after evaluation

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has temporarily suspended the operations of 1,512 Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 11:47 am

Snipers deployed on South Sumatra toll for Eid travel

Indonesias military and police have deployed special task force personnel, including snipers, along the ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 11:30 am

Prabowo vows to eradicate corruption to safeguard Indonesia

President Prabowo Subianto said all forms of corruption must be eliminated, describing the fight against graft as both ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 11:28 am

Deputy minister urges regional govts to speed up TB control efforts

Deputy Home Affairs Minister Akhmad Wiyagus has urged regional governments to accelerate tuberculosis (TB) control ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 11:12 am

Kakao Games Launches SMiniz, New Title Based on SM Entertainment IP, Globally

On February 25th,Kakao Gamesannouncedthe global launch of its new title based on SM ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 9:44 am

RI prepares anticipatory scenarios for Hajj amid Mideast tensions

The Indonesian government is preparing several scenarios to anticipate the impact of escalating conflict in the Middle ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 9:34 am

Embracing AI-Native: Telco Cloud's Pivot to AI Infrastructure

Driven by continuous breakthroughs, AI has emerged as the key driver behind a new era of global industrial and ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 9:26 am

TNI puts units on alert in disaster readiness drill: Commander

The Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) Commander, General Agus Subiyanto, stated that the Alert 1 status imposed ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 9:23 am

MWC 2026: Top 10 Innovative Highlights from FiberHome

The 2026MWC officially commenced in Barcelona from March 2 to March 5.This year, FiberHome unveils its ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 9:21 am

MuslimFriendly Hotel of the Year-The Mira Hong Kong Co-hosts Culturally Enriching Iftar Dinner

The Mira Hong Kong hosted the second annual Ramadan Iftar Dinner on 26 February, reinforcing the city's efforts to ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 9:17 am

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Saudi Arabia intercepts ballistic missiles as new attacks reported; Israel launches new strikes on Beirut's suburbs

The U.S. military said it took out multiple Iranian vessels on Tuesday as the Islamic Republic vowed to block the regions oil exports

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 7:14 am

Xsolla Celebrates International Womens Day by Spotlighting Women in Games and Advancing Its Vision for Female Leadership

-Xsolla, a global video game commerce company that helps developers launch, grow, and monetize their games, today ...

Antara News 11 Mar 2026 7:04 am

Trump says 10 Iranian mine-laying vessels destroyed

The U.S. President said he had no reports that Iran had either started or was on the verge of mining the Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 3:05 am

U.S. urges Israel to stop attacks on Iran energy sites: report

The Trump administration cited three reasons, including a goal to cooperate with Irans oil sector after the war, according to the report

The Hindu 11 Mar 2026 1:55 am

Canadian police investigate gunfire at U.S. consulate in Toronto

Toronto Police Deputy Chief Frank Barredo said two individuals emerged from a white Honda CRV SUV at around 4:30 a.m. and fired multiple shots at the building before fleeing

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 10:59 pm

Envoys, media watch Chinas Two Sessions for global policy signals

With China's annual legislative and political consultative sessions, known as the two sessions, ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 9:09 pm

China's tough crackdown on crimes ensures public security, development

China maintained a tough stance against various crimes in the past year and pledged to continue that momentum into the ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 9:07 pm

China reaffirms peaceful development amid heightened global volatility

China's annual two sessions have drawn elevated global attention this year, as lawmakers prepare not ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 9:04 pm

Govt disburses Rp4.4 T in extra transfers to disaster-hit provinces

The Ministry of Finance distributed additional regional transfers (TKD) worth Rp4.39 trillion (US$251 million) to three ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 8:52 pm

China's top legislature supports reform through quality legislation

The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), China's top legislature, served and supported ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 8:49 pm

Lawmaker urges government to prepare for Hajj emergency scenarios

Member of Commission VIII of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI)Selly Andriany Gantinaurges ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 8:40 pm

Indonesia eyes 11% tax-to-GDP ratio with incentives for officials

Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has promised bonuses for all tax and customs officials if they succeed ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 8:26 pm

No price hike in subsidized fuel until Eid al-Fitr: Minister Lahadalia

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM)Bahlil Lahadaliaconfirmed that subsidized fuel prices will ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 8:24 pm

Pentagon chief says U.S. intensifying strikes on Iran

Iran has vowed to block all oil exports via the Gulf while the war lasts, while Mr. Trump has threatened death, fire, and fury if Tehran interferes with crude exports

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 7:02 pm

China-North Korea trains to resume after six-year halt: travel agents

Train journeys between the two countries were halted in 2020 as they imposed strict border closures to prevent the coronavirus from spreading

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 6:15 pm

Indian firms feel the squeeze as Iran war disrupts gas supplies

Restaurants and other businesses are scrambling to keep going and warning of shutdowns due to the conflict.

BBC 10 Mar 2026 5:17 pm

Trump pushes Republicans on voting bill, demanding an end to most mail balloting

The U.S. President told House Republicans during their annual retreat at his golf club in Florida that he doesn't think they will win elections unless voting laws are toughened up to prevent fraud

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 5:01 pm

Jakarta govt to partially halt Bantargebang operation after landslide

The Jakarta Provincial Government has agreed to implement the directive from the central government to halt operations ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 4:37 pm

Indonesia disburses Rp11 trillion in Eid bonus for state workers

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa reported that the government had disbursed Rp11 trillion (over US$650 million) in ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 4:23 pm

BGN ensures nutrition, safety of catfish menu in free meal program

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) emphasized that food safety and nutritional quality remain the top priorities in ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 4:23 pm

Five cross-sector agreements strengthen cultural ecosystem

The Culture Ministry has strengthened the national cultural ecosystem by signing cross-sector cooperation agreements ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 4:22 pm

BRIN prepares human resource readiness for first nuclear power plant

The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) held a cross-ministerial forum to accelerate the readiness of human ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 4:19 pm

Huawei ICNMaster MDAF Enables Core Networks to Advance Toward AN L4

In our current digital era, modern life and economic activity rely heavily on networks. Network stability directly ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 4:17 pm

SMU and Fudan Launch Region's First Tech-Focused DBA

Singapore Management University (SMU)andFudan Universityhave jointly launched ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 4:14 pm

Infobip is set to launch AgentOS to orchestrate autonomous AI-driven customer journeys at scale

Global AI-first cloud communications platformInfobip, which celebrates its 20thanniversary this year, is ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 4:10 pm

Understanding China's whole-process people's democracy

A report from People's Daily: The upcoming two sessions, the annual meetings of China's top ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 4:00 pm

Building an Intelligent Network for Terminal-Network-Service Collaboration and Business Success

We are now at a pivotal moment: the fusion of AI and communications is no longer the future, but the ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 3:56 pm

Huawei Cloud Core Network Ushers in a New Era of Experience Monetization

In 2025, 5G-A experience monetization took a big leap forward. Driven by both industry and technology, it has moved ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 3:54 pm

Minister says MBG program covers 97% of secondary schools

Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan claimed that the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program had reached ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

Stranded Pertamina tankers to soon leave Arabian Gulf: Minister

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia informed that negotiations to free two Pertamina ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 3:23 pm

Strait of Hormuz: What happens if Iran shuts global oil corridor?

Iran says it will set fire to ships trying to sail through the world's most vital oil transit point.

BBC 10 Mar 2026 3:02 pm

Cynosure Lutronic bolsters its strength in APAC -- The world's fastest-growing medical aesthetics device region

Cynosure Lutronic,a global leader in energy-based medical aestheticdevices, ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 3:02 pm

Great Place To Work Announces First-Ever Best Workplaces in Malaysia 2026

Great Place To WorkASEAN & ANZ today announced the inauguralBest Workplaces in Malaysia ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 2:56 pm

US shows commitment to Indonesia's halal rules: BPJPH

Indonesia has confirmed U.S. compliance with its mandatory halal certification rules, underscoring Jakartas push ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 2:55 pm

AI Skills Emerge as APME's Hardest-to-Find Competencies: ManpowerGroup's 2026 Global Talent Shortage Survey

Talent scarcity continues to intensify across Asia Pacific and the Middle East (APME), underscoring a critical ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 2:50 pm

BRIN discovers new endemic land snail in South Sumatra

Researchers from Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) have identified a new endemic ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 1:50 pm

Canton Fair to Launch Promotion Conference in South Korea for Its Upcoming Session

From March 18 to 20, 2026, a working delegation from the Canton Fair will visit South Korea to conduct a series of ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 1:39 pm

Prabowo reviews food, energy supplies ahead of Eid

President Prabowo Subianto chaired a late-night limited cabinet meeting at his Hambalang residence in Bogor, ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 1:38 pm

Amadeus acquires SkyLink to accelerate the deployment of AI in travel

Amadeus today announces the acquisition ofSkyLink, an AI-first, New York headquartered technology company ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 1:34 pm

Middle East conflict has little impact on agro industry: Ministry

The Ministry of Industry stated that the Middle East conflict has not significantly affected the performance of the ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 1:34 pm

From Screen to Wax Figure: Global Icon Lee Junho Takes Centre Stage at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, a brand under the Merlin Entertainments Group, is thrilled to kick off 2026 with ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 1:27 pm

Minister opens emergency classrooms, delivers school aid in Aceh

Primary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Muti inaugurated six emergency classrooms and distributed school ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 1:23 pm

One Man One Land: Centuries-Old Huizhou Folk Customs, a Rural Heritage in Light and Shadow

A report by CRI Online: The vivid charm of Huizhou's century-old intangible cultural heritage comes alive on ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 1:15 pm

DPR Speaker mourns Ali Khamenei, laments Mideast conflict escalation

House of Representatives (DPR) Speaker Puan Maharani expressed her condolences on the passing of Ayatollah Ali ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 1:14 pm

Iran will determine when the war ends, says Revolutionary Guard spokesperson

Iranian fired drones towards Saudi Arabia and Kuwait early on March 10, as the war in the West Asia shows no sign of abating

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 1:12 pm

Iran launches new attacks at Gulf Arab countries as it keeps up pressure on region

Iran has also been targeting energy infrastructure which, combined with its stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz, has sent oil prices soaring

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 1:05 pm

President Prabowo orders stronger role for state mineral firm

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto ordered officials to strengthen the role of the National Mineral Company during a ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 9:06 am

Donald Trump says Iran war could be over soon, but oil disruption would trigger harsher U.S. strikes

The war has choked off major supplies of oil and gas to world markets and sent fuel prices rising across the U.S.

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 9:03 am

Southwest Papua Police destroy 7.9 kg of marijuana from PNG ring

Indonesias Southwest Papua Regional Police destroyed 7.968 kilograms of marijuana seized in a trafficking case ...

Antara News 10 Mar 2026 8:12 am

India condemns Pakistans strikes on Afghanistan during Ramzan

United Nations: India has condemned Pakistans air attacks on Afghanistan and called out its hypocrisy in conducting them during the month of Ramzan killing mostly women and children while preaching Islamic solidarity. It is hypocritical to espouse high principles of international law and Islamic solidarity on the one hand, while mercilessly carrying out air strikes Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 Mar 2026 8:06 am

Family sues ChatGPT-maker OpenAI over school shooting in Canada

OpenAI has said it considered but did not alert police about the activities of the person who months later committed one of Canada's worst school shootings in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, on February 10.

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 8:03 am

Trump says war against Iran is 'very complete: report

On Irans new Supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, the U.S. President told CBS News: I have no message for him

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 1:13 am

PM Modi speaks to Nepal leaders Rabi Lamichhane, Balendra Shah

The PM congratulated the Rastriya Swatantra Party leaders on their election victory and conveyed India's commitment to work with them for mutual prosperity, progress and well-being of the two countries

The Hindu 10 Mar 2026 12:00 am

Prabowo warns of global turmoil, urges Indonesia's readiness

Prabowo Subianto warned that Indonesia must prepare for economic and political challenges stemming from global ...

Antara News 9 Mar 2026 10:36 pm